Top Money Saving Apps for Canadians

If you’ve been mainly using your smartphone to upload pictures of squirrels to Facebook, you’ve been doing it all wrong! Your iPhone, Blackberry or Android device can actually be used to help you save money, one frugal app at a time.

We’ve compiled a list of the 5 best mobile apps that help you keep your wallet full in the most modern way possible. And worry not, these apps are all free to download!

Mint

Platforms: iOS Devices, Android

It wouldn’t be a list of money-saving apps without Mint, would it? Simply put, Mint helps you keep your finances on track by categorizing your budget information and giving you a clear yet detailed picture of your spending habits. Super easy, super helpful, super free.

GroceryIQ

Platforms: iOS Devices, Android

This is perhaps the be-all, end-all of frugal grocery apps. You compile a list to curb impulse buys and GroceryIQ organizes it by aisle, brand and even coupons available. You can also scan barcodes of your favourite items for future use and synch your shared list with multiple users (like your family members) to avoid multiple purchases. Whew!

Gas Buddy

Platforms: iPhone, Android, Blackberry & Windows Phone

This simple app is popular with drivers and it’s easy to see why. Gas Buddy is a community-powered app that compiles local gas prices, saving you money (and frustration) at your local gas station. Considering how steadily prices have been rising lately, you owe it to your car and wallet to give this one a download.

Skype

Platform: iOS Devices, Android

Steep international phone charges? A thing of the past with Skype’s uber-useful mobile app. Skype lets you make free calls over WiFi or 3G from device to device. If you’re calling a landline, the charges are pretty reasonable. A must for any international blabber.

Clip Mobile Coupons

Platform: iPhone, Android & Blackberry

Devoted strictly to Canadian couponers, this handy app allows you to search for vouchers by store, product, brand or restaurant. The best part is, there’s no printing necessary! Coupons can be redeemed by simply by having the cashier scan your smartphone screen.

What iPhone, Android or Blackberry app do you use to help you save money?

Category: shopping